Site C Dam Decision “Completely Contrary to Reconciliation” says AFN National Chief
OTTAWA, Dec. 11, 2017 /CNW/ – Assembly of First Nations (AFN) National Chief Perry Bellegarde said today’s decision by B.C. Premier John Horgan to move forward…
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AFN signs protocol to hold Chevron accountable for environmental damage in Ecuador
OTTAWA, Dec. 6, 2017 /CNW/ – In a setback to Chevron Corporation’s campaign to evade a $9.5 billion liability owed to rainforest communities, the Assembly of…
Under the Northern Sky: Remembering When
by Xavier Kataquapit (Under the Northern Sky) – I received a note from my sister Janie Wesley this past week that included an historic document….
NorQuest College increases its committment to Indigenous learners
by John Copley (ANNews) -This month NorQuest College was once again a hub of activity and the centre of attention when dozens of attending guests,…
Bold Eagle Program is a bold initiative for Indigenous youth
by John Copley (ANNews) – A Canadian Armed Forces’ initiative is transforming lives and opening the doors to a military career for many young…
National Gathering of Elders delivers important messages: Part III
By John Copley (ANNews) – This final segment of a three-piece article on the September 11-14, 2017 National Gathering of Elders (NGE) visits the final…
Kohkom Kisewatisiwin Society coming together to share knowledge
By Rhonda Gladue (Edmonton) – Wisdom keepers. Teachers. Human rights and environmental Activists. Kohkom knowledge has always been held in high-esteem because it is a…
Indigenous artists are featured at the Art Gallery of Alberta
by John Copley (ANNews) – If you haven’t yet visited the Art Gallery of Alberta’s (AGA) latest series of exhibitions there’s no time like the…
Fort Edmonton Park Basks in the Glow of Public Accolades
(November 21, 2017) – Fort Edmonton Park has once again been recognized for leadership in programming. This latest accolade comes in the form of Finalist…
Elder congratulates ANNews for exemplary coverage of National Gathering of Elders
(November 1, 2017) Dear Editor – John Copley is to be congratulated for his comprehensive summary of the keynote forums, the first of its kind…